Willoughby Golf Club reopens renovated course

Willoughby Golf Club members celebrate the reopening of the refurbished golf course Oct. 15.

Willoughby Golf Club

STUART - Willoughby Golf Club, a private golf community in Stuart, recently re-opened its refurbished golf course for member play. The Arthur Hills championship course was closed for seven months so that Golf Course Superintendent Jason Riley and his staff could install a new irrigation system and regrass the tees, fairways and approches adjacent to the greens.

Golf Course Superintendent Jason Riley said the renovation will enhance playing conditions for Willoughby members and their guests.

"Providing our members with the best possible golf experience is a priority for us," he said.

More than 100 members were on hand for the Oct. 15th debut and kicked off the event with a Continental Breakfast at the revamped Starter Building.

"After regrassing our tees and fairways, there are no longer any bad lies in Willoughby…unless you count the times when some members are asked for their handicaps," Willoughby member and golfer Art Markey said.

Willoughby plays about 6,731 yards from the tips and has water on nine of the 18 holes. The course is known for offering a championship layout within a scenic setting.

The $2.5 million project caps off Willoughby's three-year capital improvement plan that included a renovated clubhouse and men's and ladies locker rooms. All improvements are now in place – just in time for its 25th anniversary.

"This three-year, multi-million-dollar endeavor was possible because our members recognized the importance of reinvesting in their community," General Manager Michele Reilly said. "A pristine golf course and gorgeous Clubhouse are just part of what makes Willoughby great. Our active social calendar, exciting dining options and cameraderie of the membership are other reason why our members love where they live."

Willoughby Golf Club's annual membership programs offer flexible options for every type of golfer. It recently launched a Corporate Membership Program that gives area professionals access to the Club for Corporate Golf Outings, Board Retreats, Breakfast Meetings, Business Workshops, Company Holiday Parties, Seminars and more.

For more information or to schedule a personal tour of the new-and-improved Willoughby Golf Club, please contact Michele Reilly at 772-220-6000 or visit www.willoughbygolfclub.com.

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